[Hiring] Sales Associate @The New York Times

Role Description

The New York Times' Time Center is looking for a Sales Associate (Outbound) to grow outbound sales and secure new event bookings. You will focus on targeting large corporate, media, nonprofit, and agency clients to position the venue as a premier destination for high-profile events in Midtown Manhattan.

This is a remote position, reporting to the Managing Director, Times Center. This is a part-time, temporary position where you will work offsite, while supporting in-person client meetings and tours.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a targeted outbound sales strategy to grow bookings
• Prospect and engage corporate clients, media organizations, nonprofits, and event agencies through outbound outreach and networking
• Build and manage a pipeline of qualified leads with a focus on high-value events
• Pitch the venue's unique value including premium design, advanced production capabilities, and central Midtown location
• Conduct virtual presentations and occasional in-person site tours and client meetings
• Partner with our teams to ensure seamless execution from lead to confirmed booking
• Track outreach activity, pipeline progress, and revenue performance
• Demonstrate support and understanding of our value of journalistic independence and a strong commitment to our mission to seek the truth and help people understand the world.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience in event venues, hospitality, media, or related industries
• Experience in outbound sales and new business development
• Experienced with remote sales at a part-time capacity

Requirements

• Sales Network within corporate event planning, media, or agency communities

Benefits

• The hourly rate of base pay for this role is $40 — $50 USD
• Eligible for variable pay, such as an annual bonus and restricted stock
• Benefits may include medical, dental and vision benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts (F.S.A.s)
• Company-matching 401(k) plan
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick days
• Paid parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development programs